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Asian-Style Tofu Fried Rice When it comes to comfort food, there are a few favorites that spring right into your mind - Mac & Cheese, Parathas (flatbreads), Rice and Dal, warm soups or your favorite dessert. These are some of the things that you never go wrong with. But I think more innovative cooking happens when you take your favorite comfort foods and enhance them or re-design them with … [Read more...]
The eggplant, or Aubergine, is a large pear-shaped vegetable with a glossy purple skin and firm white flesh, embedded with tiny brownish seeds. It is a very versatile ingredient, as it can be fried, baked, boiled, steamed or grilled, and can be used in curries, appetizers, dips, spreads, and more. Its a popular ingredient in Indian, Middle Eastern, Italian and Moroccan cuisines. However, you will … [Read more...]
Cheese Tortellini in Creamy Pesto Sauce Cheese Tortellini is as interesting and as twisted as its name! Delicious blends of cheese entwined between pasta dough makes it a hearty comfort food, and when you mix it with a freshly made Pesto sauce, it turns into one addictive recipe. I grabbed a large bag of colorful cheese tortellini from Costco last time, which I am going to be using for a few … [Read more...]
Italian Spaghetti noodles served with Vegan MeatballsSometimes, pre-packaged food is a big blessing for home-cooks like us, especially when its dinner time, a toddler is proudly displaying one of its terrible-two tantrums, and you are too tired to even think of what to cook! Yesterday was one such evening, though I have to say it happens a lot with me these days, but this time, I had absolutely … [Read more...]
Kaju Paneer Masala (Indian Curry with Cashewnuts) Indian curries are as versatile as the country itself. Every region you go has their own interpretation of a popular recipe. Take Paneer Masala, for example - depending on where you go, you'll find several versions, ranging from simple onion or tomato-based gravy to a rich and exotic Mughlai-style curry made with cashews and raisins. The Kaju … [Read more...]
Vegetable Korma - Fresh Vegetables in Coconut-based Indian CurryVegetable Korma is a favored curry recipe in Southern India, and as all recipes become global at some point of time, Indians all over the world have started enjoying the taste of this delicious and nutritive coconut-based curry. If you are non-vegetarian, you can add some cooked chicken pieces to make Chicken Korma, which is a … [Read more...]
Baked Penne PastaWhen it comes to cooking Pasta, most prefer to cook the pasta separately, then make a sauce on the side, and pour it on the top before serving. While this seems to be the quickest way to enjoy Pasta on a week night, its different for our house over the weekends. Baked Pasta has a charm of its own, and though a bit elaborate to prepare, it is also a more comforting and satisfying … [Read more...]
Shahi Matar Paneer RecipeNo one needs introduction to Paneer, and while it can hold its ground in a gravy that has only paneer in it, here's a version where this crowd favorite is paired with another popular ingredient - green peas! Matar Paneer is the quickest way to enjoy these two crowd-pleasers in one easy recipe. And this must be one of the very few Mughlai-style curries which does not even … [Read more...]
Vegetable Curry with Coconut MilkJust like Thai food, you'll find a lot of Indian recipes incorporate coconut milk in the ingredient list, especially curries that harbor a South-Indian influence. This classic recipe that you see below is one such Vegetable Curry, which uses coconut milk to form the base for a variety of fresh vegetables as well as heart-warming spices. If you are someone who is … [Read more...]
Healthy Black Bean Burgers Father's Day is just around the corner, and I am sure most of you have a grilling BBQ party planned for the same, especially as it falls on a Sunday! And if you are looking for a healthy vegetarian Burger recipe, then this nutritious and extremely delicious Black Bean Burger is perfect for your menu. Inspired by Divya's Bean Burger, I decided to give this a try. The … [Read more...]
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Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Oatmeal Raisin Cookies may be a second-runner to the more favored Chocolate Chip Cookies, but they have their distinct fan following, especially among those who want to choose something healthier from time to time. Plus, the classic combination of Oatmeal flavored with nutmeg and cinnamon, combined with sweet golden raisins and a handful of nuts is too good to resist! I got my first taste of these babies in Subway, and I instantly became a fan - the crunchy chewy texture that is only accentuated by the additives makes oatmeal cookies ideal for tea time, or a quick sweet tooth craving. These cookies … [Read More...]
Asian-Style Tofu Fried Rice When it comes to comfort food, there are a few favorites that spring right into your mind - Mac & Cheese, Parathas (flatbreads), Rice and Dal, warm soups or your favorite dessert. These are some of the things that you never go wrong with. But I think more innovative cooking happens when you take your favorite comfort foods and enhance them or re-design them with unique flavors from the global cuisine, thereby giving a new meaning and identity to those childhood favorites. For most Indian families, Rice is often a comfort food, and if you Google it, you'll be amazed to find how many Rice Recipes you can come up … [Read More...]
There was a time when I used to turn to Google Search when I needed to find a recipe. But now, times have changed, and my best resource for online recipes is the world of fellow food bloggers! I know I can rely on these recipes because they have been tried, tested and certified by my friends, and will most likely not let me down. Plus, if I run into issues, I can always email them and be rest assured I'll get a reply back for my query. So with Valentine on my mind, I once again turned to my cherished blogger friends for inspiration, and undoubtedly, I found some wonderful dessert recipes that will surely add a sweet touch to our Valentine. … [Read More...]
Being a vegetarian since birth, a lot of people ask me how I fulfill the need of proteins in my diet. Do I use protein powders? Well, as most other vegetarians, getting enough protein into our system just by means of diet can be a bit of a challenge, especially if you are trying to gain or lose weight and are on a special fitness regime. I have used protein shakes while following diets, so I'm going to try to address a few basic points about protein isolates, especially whey protein, and what role they play in your daily life. Protein Powders have long been associated with Bodybuilding, as they are primarily used by those who like to build … [Read More...]
Truffle Recipes for Valentine's Day There are some things that go hand-in-hand with Love - flowers, cards, gifts, diamonds and chocolates, especially Truffles, which have been a symbol of Love for ages and eons! So your Valentine Day celebration would indeed be incomplete without a round of deliciously smooth and chocolatey truffles for dessert. Just look at these seductive Chocolate Truffles made by Nic at Cherrapeno - filled with a ruby-red raspberry filling that oozes out in every bite, these are perfect for Valentine's Day, and unlike a gorgeous layered cake, a fancy cheesecake or Red Velvet Cupcakes, these are not as hard to … [Read More...]